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Sun Times in Northwest Harbor
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Northwest Harbor?
Sunrise in Northwest Harbor on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Northwest Harbor?
Sunset in Northwest Harbor on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Northwest Harbor?
Morning golden hour in Northwest Harbor ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Northwest Harbor?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Northwest Harbor there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Northwest Harbor?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Northwest Harbor at 12:50 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Northwest Harbor?
In Northwest Harbor, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:07 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Northwest Harbor?
Twilight in Northwest Harbor lasts approximately 99 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Northwest Harbor?
The earliest sunrise in Northwest Harbor in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Northwest Harbor?
The latest sunset in Northwest Harbor in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Northwest Harbor?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Northwest Harbor, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:07 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Northwest Harbor shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Northwest Harbor
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Northwest Harbor on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:22 PM | 15h 07m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 15m |